GUIDE Enrolled Patients
CMS GUIDE Program + UNT Health Clinical Practice Group
UNT Health Caregiver Resources
UNT Health Center for Older Adults Virtual Caregiver Support Group
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 12:00 PM
Open to all caregivers
No registration is needed. Simply open your Zoom browser, click the Join button, and enter 941-678-1088.
For more information, contact Jane Oderberg, LMSW at Jane.Oderberg@unthealth.edu or call 817-735-0660.
UNT Health Brain Health Study for Caregivers
The Self-Management Program for Brain Health will support participants to make lifestyle changes that will promote brain health and cognitive functioning. A combination of health coaching, targeted assessment with feedback, and education will be used to provide a personalized approach to addressing brain function and health, empowering participants to self-manage their participation. This study is for caregivers or individuals who do not have a dementia diagnosis.
Senior Source Virtual Support Groups
All In Spousal Support Group – Virtual
3rd Tuesday of every month 11:30am – 1:00pm
RSVP to the Caregiver Support Program at All In Spousal Support Group
Adult Children & Non-Spouse Support Group – Virtual
3rd Tuesday of every month
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Register by emailing to CSP@theseniorsource.org or calling 469-507-2455
Alzheimer's Association Resources
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group
Every 3rd Monday of the month
12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Register at 800-272-3900
Alzheimer’s Association Virtual Caregiver Support Group For Those Individuals Caring for Loved Ones at Home
July 10th
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Register at 800-272-3900
James L. West Events & Resources
Virtual Support Group
Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m.
To receive weekly reminders, email hglover@jameslwest.org
Saturday Online Support Group
2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to noon
To receive reminders, email hlowe@jameslwest.org
In-Person Grief Support Group
First Friday of each month
9 to 10:30 a.m.
To Join: Email hlowe@jameslwest.org
Friday In-Person Support Group
Fridays, 11 a.m. to noon
1111 Summit Ave., Fort Worth
To receive weekly reminders, email hglover@jameslwest.org
Impacts of Socialization, Loneliness and the Brain
July 16th 11:30am – 12:30pm – Online
Social connection supports brain health and wellbeing. Learn how loneliness can affect cognitive, emotional, and physical health
Aging and Ethics
July 21st 10:00am – 11:30am – Online
Explore ethical issues in aging, including autonomy, decision making, dignity, and quality of life, with practical guidance for navigating choices compassionately
Dementia Caregiver Skills Workshop
July 30th 9:00am – 12:00pm – James L West Center
Hands on workshop for family caregivers covering self care support, responding to resistance, and creating a safe, dementia friendly home.
Senior Summer Camp
Each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in July
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Spend your summer mornings at our Senior Day Camp packed with fun, friendship, and engaging activities to keep you active and entertained!
- Group games and competitions
- Fun fitness and movement activities
- Brain games and trivia challenges
RSVP requested at 817-877-1199. The James L. West Senior Day Program is located at 6050 Harris Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76132
Additional North Texas Resources
Musical Memory Singers
Pantego Lions Club
3535 Marathon St.
Pantego, TX, 76013
Every Thursday
12:30 to 1 p.m.: Social Time
1 to 2 p.m.: Joyful Singing
White's Chapel Methodist Church Children of Aging Parents Support Group
2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm – 8:30pm
Contact Betsy Hay at 817-488-3121 or Cheryl Mart at 817-233-5442
185 S. White Chapel Blvd.
Southlake, TX 76092
White's Chapel Methodist Church Alzheimer's Support Group
3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm – 8pm
Contact Beth Benson at 817-600-7428 or Dana Pierce 817-372-1077
185 S. White Chapel Blvd.
Southlake, TX 76092
Aura Art Space
Services are designed to support emotional wellbeing, cognitive engagement, and creative expression through accessible, virtual art-based programming. Through guided creative sessions and supportive group experiences, participants are invited to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage in meaningful creative practice without pressure or performance.
Cost: varies
Contact Essence Jones at https://www.auraartspace.com/contact
TX Health Harris FW Aphasia Group
Location: Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth- Cardiac Tower Classroom
817-250-2760
Every 3rd Friday 11:30am – 1:00pm
Adults and their loved ones
Caregiving Help For Veterans: The Veteran Options Navigator Program
For veterans age 60 or older or with a disability, a dedicated Veterans Specialist provides case management, home visit support and outreach, and help applying for Veterans Administration financial assistance for services needed to live at home. This specialist works for the Area Agency on Aging's Aging and Disability Resource Center.
Ask for the Veterans Specialist at either of these numbers:
- Area Agency on Aging: 817-258-8125
Location
855 Montgomery St.
4th Floor
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Clinic hours
Monday to Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Appointments
Give us a call at 817-735-5900 to schedule an appointment, or click here to schedule online.